About Us

The Association was first chartered in 1936 as the Evansville Personnel Association (EPA) as the 32nd chapter of the Society For Human Resource Management. In 2001, the organization adopted its new name of Evansville-Area Human Resource Association, Inc. (EHRA).

The EHRA has a long history of excellence. The Evansville-Area Human Resource Association, Inc. has been awarded the Superior Merit Award from the Society For Human Resource Management (SHRM) every year since 1976. By attaining the Superior Merit designation, the EHRA is recognized for outstanding achievement in the areas of chapter operations, professional development, enhanced support for HR profession and a strong partnership with the local community and SHRM.

In addition, the EHRA has been named the Indiana Chapter of the Year for 2001, 2002, 2003, 2005, and 2006 by the Indiana State Council of the Society For Human Resource Management.

Mission

The mission of the Evansville-Area Human Resource Association, Inc. is to promote professionalism in the area of Human Resource Management by providing opportunities for networking, comprehensive education and proactive support for its members while serving as a resource and advancing initiatives in the community through the enlistment of engaged and talented volunteer leaders.

Vision

To be the HR voice for the Tri-State.

Recent News:

EHRA was honored to be recognized at the 2017 Indiana State SHRM Conference for having the highest percentage of SHRM affiliate members!